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Amazon Cancels Stargate Revival; 60K Petition Demands Return

6/8/2026

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Amazon MGM Studios canceled the planned “Stargate” revival in June 2026 after ordering it in November 2025.
Showrunner Martin Gero spent roughly 20 weeks and nearly two years developing the series before the cut.
Amazon executives feared the revival would not attract viewers beyond the existing fanbase, prompting the decision.
Actor Michael Shanks posted a Change.org petition that has gathered about 60,000 signatures demanding the series’ return.

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Amazon MGM Studios canceled the planned “Stargate” revival in June 2026 after ordering it in November 2025.
Showrunner Martin Gero spent roughly 20 weeks and nearly two years developing the series before the cut.
Amazon executives feared the revival would not attract viewers beyond the existing fanbase, prompting the decision.
Actor Michael Shanks posted a Change.org petition that has gathered about 60,000 signatures demanding the series’ return.